Serotonin is a neurotransmitter produced in the brain known to influence the functioning of the
Any disruption in the synthesis,
Serotonin originates in neurons deep in the midline of the brainstem. Because these neurons profile diffusely throughout the...
Last week I wrote about ADHD and depression. Does one cause the other? Does depression normally follow ADHD or is inattention caused by... Read more »
Depression is a complex and multifaceted condition that is not fully understood. Depression occurs at different times, at different levels... Read more »
What can you do to protect your brain? Two studies out of Rush University Medical Center in Chicago provide some interesting fodder to... Read more »
When we're looking at Migraine and headache information, whether it's from our doctor, a book, or an online article, we sometimes come... Read more »
Have you ever heard of Serotonin Syndrome? Probably not. Neither had I, until recently. But if you, or someone you know, take certain types... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
for Preventing Migraine AttacksThe Food and Drug Administration has approved five drugs for prevention of migraine:Propanolol (Inderal)Timolol... Read more »
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Scientists sit up and take notice of research results when a study is randomized, controlled, and double-blinded. That means there are two groups of... Read more »
The use of occipital nerve stimulation (ONS) for the prevention of Migraines and headaches is in clinical trials and has been of great interest to... Read more »
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Serotonin is a naturally occurring chemical found in the cells of the brain, in platelets, and in the intestine. In the central nervous system, it... Read more »